Uses of Viracept:

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Viracept?

If you have an allergy to nelfinavir or any other part of Viracept (nelfinavir tablets).

If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what
signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.

If you take any drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) that must not be taken with Viracept (nelfinavir tablets), like certain drugs that are
used for high cholesterol, migraines, or mood problems. There are many drugs that must not be taken with Viracept (nelfinavir tablets).

If you are taking St. John's wort. Do not take St. John's wort with Viracept (nelfinavir tablets). This medicine may not work as well.

This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Viracept (nelfinavir tablets).

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check
to make sure that it is safe for you to take Viracept (nelfinavir tablets) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of
any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Viracept?

Tell all of your health care providers that you take Viracept (nelfinavir tablets). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.

This medicine interacts with many other drugs. The chance of Viracept (nelfinavir tablets)'s side effects may be raised or how well Viracept (nelfinavir tablets) works may be lowered.
The chance of the other drugs' side effects may also be raised. This may include very bad, life-threatening, or deadly side effects. Check with
your doctor and pharmacist to make sure that it is safe for you to take Viracept (nelfinavir tablets) with all of your other drugs (prescription or OTC, natural
products, vitamins).

If you have high blood sugar (diabetes), talk with your doctor. This medicine may raise blood sugar.

Some people with hemophilia have had times of more bleeding when taking drugs like this one. If you have hemophilia, talk with your doctor.

Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor.

This medicine is not a cure for HIV. Stay under the care of your doctor.

This medicine does not stop the spread of diseases like HIV or hepatitis that are passed through blood or having sex. Do not have any kind of
sex without using a latex or polyurethane condom. Do not share needles or other things like toothbrushes or razors. Talk with your doctor.

Birth control pills and other hormone-based birth control may not work as well to prevent pregnancy. Use some other kind of birth control
also like a condom when taking Viracept (nelfinavir tablets).

Use with care in children. Talk with the doctor.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Viracept (nelfinavir tablets)
while you are pregnant.

Do not breast-feed if you have HIV disease unless your doctor tells you to.

How is this medicine (Viracept) best taken?

Use Viracept (nelfinavir tablets) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

Take with meals.

Do not take didanosine within 2 hours of Viracept (nelfinavir tablets).

Keep taking Viracept (nelfinavir tablets) as you have been told by your doctor or other health care provider, even if you feel well.

It is important that you do not miss or skip a dose of Viracept (nelfinavir tablets) during treatment.

If you cannot swallow Viracept (nelfinavir tablets) whole, you may melt it in water. Once your dose is melted, mix well and drink right away. Rinse the glass
with more water and drink.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.

If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.

Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.

If you miss taking Viracept (nelfinavir tablets) for a few days in a row, call your doctor before you start taking it again.

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your
doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing;
tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue,
or throat.

Signs of high blood sugar like confusion, feeling sleepy, more thirst, more hungry, passing urine more often, flushing, fast breathing, or
breath that smells like fruit.

Signs of low mood (depression), thoughts of killing yourself, nervousness, emotional ups and downs, thinking that is not normal, anxiety,
or lack of interest in life.

Any unexplained bruising or bleeding.

Change in body fat.

A very bad skin reaction (Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis) may happen. It can cause very bad health problems that may
not go away, and sometimes death. Get medical help right away if you have signs like red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin (with or without
fever); red or irritated eyes; or sores in your mouth, throat, nose, or eyes.

This medicine may help the immune system work. If you have an infection that you did not know you had, it may show up when you take Viracept (nelfinavir tablets).
Tell your doctor right away if you notice any signs of infection like fever, sore throat, weakness, cough, or shortness of breath after you
start Viracept (nelfinavir tablets).

What are some other side effects of Viracept?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical
help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was
taken, how much, and when it happened.

How do I store and/or throw out Viracept?

Store at room temperature.

Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.

Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.

Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your
pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.

Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer

If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.

Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.

Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor.

Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins.

Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about Viracept (nelfinavir tablets), please talk
with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was
taken, how much, and when it happened.

Disclaimer:
This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take Viracept (nelfinavir tablets) or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the
knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe,
effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about Viracept (nelfinavir tablets).
It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that
may apply to Viracept (nelfinavir tablets). This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare
provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using Viracept (nelfinavir tablets).